Northern Highlights Tour

Discover the cultural heritage, architecture, cuisine and dramatic landscapes of Vietnam's north. From the charming colonial Hanoi, to the enchanting Ha Long Bay. Explore authentic handicraft villages and exquisite pagodas in the Red River Delta. This tour comprises the best hotels in the north and memorable sights at a relaxing pace.

Tour duration: 6 days 5 nights
Start from: Hanoi
End in: Hanoi
Tour style: Private only
Tour grade: Easy
Group size: from 2 people minimum and above 
Tour highlights: Hanoi – Halong bay - kayaking – handy craft village around Hanoi

Itinerary in brief
Day 1: Arrival day
Day 2: Enjoy Hanoi city tour
Day 3: Hanoi – Halong bay (overnight on boat)
Day 4: Halong bay – Hanoi
Day 5: Hanoi handy craft village and Pagoda
Day 6: Departure day

Tour price: please enquire for availabilities & the most up date price

Tour Price included:
English speaking guide/s in different parts of country (Other languages upon requests)
Accommodations based on family room
All meals indicated in the itinerary (B= break fast; L= lunch; D= dinner)
(5 breakfast; 4 lunches; 2 dinners)
Boat cruise in Halong bay (group from 2 to 4 pax share the boat cruise with private carbine)
If you want full boat charter upon request
A/C transfers & transport by private van,
Entrance fees to the sightseeing indicated in the itinerary

Tour Price Excluded:
International airfares
International departure tax
Visas and visa fees
Meals and beverage not mentioned in the itinerary
Personal expenses such as: bar, telephone and laundry bill
Personal travel insurance (Compulsory)
Tips and gratuities

Itinerary In Detail
Day 1: Arrival Hanoi
Welcome upon arrival, check in the hotel then free day to enjoy Hanoi. (D)

Day 2: Enjoy Hanoi city 
Sightseeing tour including Ho Chi Minh Complex, Temple of Literature, the museum of Ethnology and an afternoon walking tour of the Old Quarter. This evening we see performance of the famous Water Puppet show. (B, L)

Day 3: Hanoi - Ha Long Bay
Drive to Ha Long Bay to explore the bay's caves and beaches from the luxury of our very own boat. Overnight onboard. (B, L, D)

Day 4: Ha Long Bay - Hanoi
Spend the morning in the bay relaxing, swimming or kayaking before returning to Hanoi. (B, L)

Day 5: Hanoi – pagoda of Thay and Tay Phuong
Enjoy a full day of sightseeing along the Red River Delta, visiting local villages renowned for their unique handicrafts. Visit rural pagodas and temples along the way. (B, L)

Day 6: Depart Hanoi
Tour ends after breakfast. (B).